TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Join AECOM's Transport Planning Team in Manchester as a Graduate Transport Planner.
- Work on diverse transport projects, including data analysis, strategy development, and scheme appraisal.
- Requires a Bachelors or Masters degree (2:1 or above) in a relevant field.
- Permanent right to work in the UK is essential; visa sponsorship is not provided.
About the Role
AECOM is seeking ambitious individuals to join their Transport Planning Team in Manchester for a 2027 start.
What You'll Be Doing
This role involves supporting senior staff with technical input on various transport planning projects. Key responsibilities include:
- Data collection and analysis
- Developing transport strategies and plans
- Creating and applying transport demand and operational models
- Scheme development and appraisal
- Preparing transport assessments for developments
- Developing business cases for transport schemes
- Assisting with reports, presentations, bids, and proposals
- Attending meetings and workshops with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders
You will be part of a collaborative environment, working on practical, real-world challenges within the rail planning team, while also gaining a broader perspective across transport planning.
Qualifications & Skills
- A Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Economics, Maths, or an MSc in Transport Planning with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or above.
- A Masters degree in a relevant field would be advantageous.
- Transport Planning modules or experience are beneficial.
- A strong technical understanding of Transport Planning and a demonstrable interest in pursuing a career in this industry.
- Knowledge of the rail industry is a plus.
- Willingness to work towards chartership with the TPS, CIHT, or ICE.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to process, analyse, and interpret data, identifying trends and presenting findings clearly.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the confidence to engage with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
- Enthusiasm, hard work, ambition, and drive.
- Ability to structure and prioritise work effectively.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Additional Information
- Applicants are encouraged to apply early as CVs will be reviewed and candidates may receive advanced offers.
- A covering letter and all predicted/obtained academic grades must be included.
- Permanent right to work in the UK is required; visa sponsorship is not offered.
- Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location is mandatory.